1953 Bristol 404 vs. 2005 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2005 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Bristol 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Bristol 404 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Bristol 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Donkervoort D8 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1953 Bristol 404. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1953 Bristol 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Bristol 404 weights approximately 415 kg more than 2005 Donkervoort D8.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Bristol 404. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Bristol 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Bristol 404 | 2005 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | Bristol | Donkervoort |
| Model | 404 | D8 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2310 mm |
